Lifelong Learning Labs
BEHIND THE BAR: CHOCOLATIER TOUR & DEMO – AGAIN!
When: Tuesday, September 25th at 1:30PM
Where: The Secret Chocolatier
Cost: $15 (Scholarships Available)
Want to learn a few of the secrets behind The Secret Chocolatier? Join us for a tour of our professional kitchen to learn about some of the unique equipment needed for chocolate making. Hear the background and watch a demo of our chocolate truffle making process. Of course, you’ll have to enjoy a few samples to taste test for yourself!
FACTS ABOUT SUGAR
When: Thursday, October 16th at 10:00 AM
Where: Shepherd’s Charlotte (300 Hawthorne Lane)
Join us for a fun and engaging class! You’ll understand sugar, learn about the hidden facts about sugar, and discover where sugar hides. Taught by Lejla Dotson, Community Relations Manager at FirstLight Home Care & NASM certified in Nutrition since 2018.
SUPPORT FOR THE JOURNEY: HELPING OTHERS THROUGH GRIEF
When: Thursday, November 6, at 10:00 AM
Where: Shepherd’s Charlotte (300 Hawthorne Lane)
Walking on the path of grief can be lonely, but the support of others along the way can provide encouragement and hope. This program helps participants understand the grief process and offers practical ways to travel with those who are on the grief journey. Taught by Carolina Caring
FIND A FRIEND: FRIENDSHIP MADE EASY
When: Tuesday, December 2nd at 10:00 AM
Where: Shepherd’s Charlotte (300 Hawthorne Lane)
Discover how to navigate dating and friendship apps and make meaningful connections. Rogercarole will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and empowered in your jounrey to find friends and love.
Past Learning Labs
Tues, July 23 | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
Non-Certification CPR/AED Class
During our 60-minute class, you will learn the basics of hands-only CPR and how to use an AED on an adult. This class does not certify you through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
The goal of this class is to prepare you to follow instructions from a medically trained dispatcher when you call 911 in Mecklenburg County.
Thu, April 11 | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
Life’s Pavilion:
All About Retirement
Welcome to “Life’s Pavilion: All About Retirement,” led by Instructor Maarten Pennink. This engage course delves into the profound question of why one is tired at the end of the retirement day.
Wed, May 22 | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
Estate Planning with McIntyre Elder Law
Free estate planning seminar. Come learn about getting your affairs in order, Wills? Trusts? Ladybird Deeds? We cover it all!
Mon/Thur in July | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
A Matter of Balance
Lessons include home modifications, fear of falling, assessing and adapting risk of falls when up and about, a session on how to get up from a fall, and each session will include an actual exercise session specific to falls prevention needs. Participants will take home a workbook at the end!
August 14th | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
MyChart Mastery:
Navigating Your Health Online
This course is designed to empower older adults with the skills and confidence to effectively use MyChart, a secure online health management tool. Participants will learn how to access their medical records, manage appointments, communicate with healthcare providers, request prescription refills, and view test results. Through hands-on exercises and personalized support, attendees will become proficient in navigating MyChart’s features, ensuring they stay informed and in control of their health care. No prior experience with MyChart or online health tools is necessary. Join us to take charge of your health in the digital age!
September 9th | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
Life’s Pavilion:
All About Retirement
In a society focused on work, achievement and work-related social activities, recent Retirees often find themselves suddenly facing issues they never anticipated. While many people understand the need for financial planning before retirement, relatively few foresee the importance of planning a new way of life. Our workshops encourage retiring workers to take charge of their own lives by providing tools and strategies to plan ahead and make their retirement years more fulfilling.
Sept 25th | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
Brain Booster Club:
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
You are invited by Charlotte Mecklenburg’s Council on Aging and their celebrated Brain Booster Club to recognize it’s never too early or too late to build healthy habits. Know that you do not have to make big changes overnight and you can build on things you like or are already doing! Participants will take home their personal plan of action!
Oct 22nd | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
AI Explained:
Past, Present, Future
Austin’s presentation will cover what AI is, its development, key technologies like machine learning and natural language processing, and their applications. It will address privacy, security, and fairness in AI and explore future advancements and their impact on jobs and daily life.
Nov 6th | Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte
Money Smart for Older Adults
The Money Smart for Older Adults content will raise awareness and create informed decision-making to help prevent fraud, scams, and other financial exploitation. For older adults and caregivers, this is agreat resource for learning best practices to address forms ofscams and fraud. Topics include common scams by telephone, computer, internet, and exploitation during unexpected life events.